Dorper sheep in Africa: A review of their use and performance in different environments

Dorper sheep in Africa: A review of their use and performance in different environments

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Main Authors:	Ojango, Julie M.K., Okpeku, M., Osei-Amponsah, R., Kugonza, D.R., Okeyo Mwai, Ally, Chagunda, Mizeck G.G., Olori, V.E.
Published:	2024-01-11T05:36:44Z
Online Access:	https://hdl.handle.net/10568/137549
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